193 foods — 51 Recommended, 12 Moderation, 130 Limit
Of the 195 foods in Breakfast Cereals, 193 are flagged as Processed. This cross-section helps identify which food categories contain the most concerning items for fatty liver management. 51 are still Recommended on the whole, 12 are Moderation, and 130 are Limit.
This page covers the processed foods inside the Breakfast Cereals category — 193 entries in total. Looking across those items, the average profile is about 8.2g protein, 4.1g fat (saturated share near 21%), and 6.3g fiber per 100g.
Representative examples from this group: Cereals, Post, Shredded Wheat N' Bran, Spoon-, Millet, Puffed, and Cereals, Oat Bran Flakes, Health Valley. What unites them is the ultra-processed and processed pattern the warning flags — not every food here is identical, but they share enough of that profile to land in the same bucket.
Frequently Asked QuestionsHow many foods in this category are recommended for fatty liver?
Out of 193 foods, 51 are Recommended, 12 are for Moderation, and 130 are Limit. Recommended foods have low saturated fat and no added sugars. Limit foods are high in saturated fat, processed, or contain added sugars.
What guidelines are these fatty liver food ratings based on?
All verdicts follow the AASLD 2023 Practice Guidance on NAFLD and ADA 2024 Standards of Care, using the Mediterranean diet framework. Primary criteria: saturated fat percentage, added sugars, processing level, and carbohydrate type. Data from USDA FoodData Central.
How should I use this this category guide for meal planning?
Use the color coding: Recommended foods can be regular staples. Moderation foods should be eaten in controlled portions 1-2 times per week. Limit foods are best avoided or reserved for occasional special occasions. Fill half your plate with vegetables, one quarter with protein, and one quarter with whole grains for optimal liver health.
Can Limit foods ever be included in a fatty liver diet?
The AASLD emphasizes sustainable changes. If a food you enjoy is rated Limit: (1) reduce portion size significantly, (2) eat it less frequently, (3) look for lower-fat alternatives, (4) pair it with plenty of vegetables. The in practice dietary pattern matters more than individual foods.
About These Ratings
Based on AASLD 2023 Guidelines. USDA nutrition data. Dietary reference only, not medical advice.